Best Places to Live: City Commute with Country Living (Mountains, Water & Open Space)

If you work in the city but want to live in a country setting with mountains, open water and an open field for horses, here are some places you might consider:

Boulder, Colorado. Boulder is a college town nestled in the Rocky Mountains, about 45 minutes from Denver. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, climbing and fishing.

Flagstaff, Arizona. Flagstaff is a mountain town located in northern Arizona, about 2 hours from Phoenix. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding.

Missoula, Montana. Missoula is a city located in western Montana, about 4 hours from Billings. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing and rafting.

Bend, Oregon. Bend is a city located in central Oregon, about 3 hours from Portland. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding.

Spokane, Washington. Spokane is a city located in eastern Washington, about 5 hours from Seattle. It offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, swimming and boating.